Thit Kho Trung, Caramelized Pork with Egg

Name: Thit Kho Trung, Caramelized Pork with Egg
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 2 h
Total time: 2 h 30 min
Cuisine: Vietnamese
Ingredients: 300 grams of pork belly or pork shoulder; 5 fresh chicken or duck eggs; 500 ml of coconut water or 500ml of still water; 3 tablespoons of fish sauce; 2-3 tablespoons of sugar; A pinch of salt; 2 shallots, minced; A sprinkle of black pepper

Instructions

Prep:30minCook:2h

At first glance, Thịt Kho Trứng might seem simple, but it’s a dish steeped in Vietnamese familial warmth and tradition. Often served during Tết, the Vietnamese Lunar New Year, this dish symbolizes prosperity, happiness, and the unity of family.

Updated at: Thu, 18 Dec 2025 08:08:39 GMT